Nutrition Quiz

During a nutrition class, JORDIN asks, 'What are calories?'

• Units of energy provided by food or drink.

• A type of carbohydrate that the body can't digest.

• Organic compounds necessary for growth.

• Inorganic elements needed by the body.

After a long soccer practice, XAVIEN wonders which nutrient is essential for building and repairing his muscles. What should he focus on in his diet?

• Carbohydrates

• Protein

• Fats

• Fiber

Jayda is planning a balanced diet for a week. He wants to include foods that give energy, support cell growth, and protect organs. What is the role of fats in this plan?

• They are inorganic elements needed for various functions.

• They are substances that can prevent or slow damage to cells.

• They give energy, support cell growth, and protect organs.

• They are the main nutrients needed in larger amounts.

During a health and nutrition class, the teacher asks Jayda to explain what vitamins are. How should Jayda respond?

• The main nutrients needed in larger amounts.

• Organic compounds necessary for normal growth and nutrition.

• Healthy fats found in fish and some plants.

• Substances that can prevent or slow damage to cells.

During a health class, MASON learns about different nutrients and their functions in the body. The teacher asks, 'What is the function of fiber in the body?'

• It is a type of carbohydrate that the body can't digest, which helps regulate the use of sugars.

• It is a substance found in blood that is necessary in small amounts.

• It is the process by which the body converts food into energy.

• It is the process of providing an adequate amount of liquid to bodily tissues.

During a science fair, MAKAYLA presents a project on how certain foods can impact health. She explains the role of what in preventing cell damage caused by environmental factors?

• The main nutrients needed in larger amounts.

• Substances that can prevent or slow damage to cells caused by free radicals.

• Units of energy provided by food or drink.

• Vitamins and minerals essential for healthy development.

During a health class presentation, Kaylah explains the role of cholesterol in the body. What is she likely to say?

• It is a type of carbohydrate that the body can't digest.

• It is a substance found in blood that is necessary in small amounts but can lead to heart problems when high.

• It is an inorganic element that the body needs for various functions.

• It is a process of providing an adequate amount of liquid to bodily tissues.

During a science fair, KELCEY explains a project on how the body uses food. What is KELCEY talking about?

• The process of providing an adequate amount of liquid to bodily tissues.

• Vitamins and minerals which are essential for healthy development.

• The process by which your body converts what you eat and drink into energy.

• Healthy fats found in fish and some plants.

JORDAN is planning a balanced diet for a week. What are macronutrients that JORDAN should include in larger amounts?

• The main nutrients needed in smaller amounts: vitamins and minerals.

• Substances that can prevent or slow damage to cells.

• The main nutrients needed in larger amounts: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

• Healthy fats found in fish and some plants.

During a nutrition class, the teacher, KEIAN, explains the importance of certain fats for heart health. He asks, 'What are omega-3 fatty acids?'

• A type of carbohydrate that the body can't digest.

• Organic compounds necessary for normal growth and nutrition.

• Healthy fats found in fish and some plants that are good for heart health.

• The process by which your body converts what you eat and drink into energy.